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Chiefs beat writer for The Athletic. jnewell@theathletic.com

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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 22h
Spoke with Chiefs players in the locker room about what it's been like with Eric Bieniemy as OC. Here's what they talked about (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/764...
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What Eric Bieniemy’s return has brought to the Chiefs offense (Gift Article)
A sideline huddle. A change in receiver roles. Here are some ways the Chiefs appear to have benefited from Bieniemy's return to K.C.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
No, the Chiefs weren't apologizing for an ugly win over the Dolphins here in Miami. But one part can't continue, either (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/763...
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Chiefs’ vibes are good at 3-0, but they know they have a lot to clean up (Gift Article)
The biggest issue for K.C. in its win over Miami? It involved Patrick Mahomes and an impossible-to-ignore second-half sequence.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Quick analysis from the Chiefs' win over the Dolphins, including some areas of concern and a few quick quotes from the locker room (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/763...
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Chiefs struggle to finish off Dolphins, exposing areas of concern despite 3-0 start (Gift Article)
Kansas City ultimately took care of business, but it wasn't pretty and a few familiar demons reared their heads in the 24-10 win.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Here at Hard Rock Stadium for today's Chiefs-Dolphins game. Reminder: You can find all my Chiefs gameday updates in our @theathletic.com live blog here: www.nytimes.com/athletic/liv...
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
The Chiefs faced questions about their offensive evolution this offseason. And now? After a 2-0 start? Here's how they've borrowed a playbook page from the Rams — and found offensive success in different ways than before (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/762...
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How the 2-0 Chiefs are reimagining their offense — with help from a Rams staple (Gift Article)
Here's how the Chiefs are taking a playbook page from the Rams — with help from Rashee Rice taking on a new role.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Talked to Chiefs' Ashton Gillotte about his Sunday night. He saw a stalled car. He got out. And two fans had no idea a Chiefs player was pushing their van. "That’s how God calls people to treat people. So I’m gonna try to operate that way." (free link) www.nytimes.com/athletic/762...
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This Chiefs lineman had just played an OT game. Then he saw a fan pushing a stalled van (Gift Article)
Gillotte said two fans didn't know who he was when he helped push their stalled van in the stadium parking lot.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Chiefs' Josh Simmons has been in the facility, attending team meetings and "working his tail off" as he recovers from a back injury, coach Andy Reid said Monday. More here (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/761...
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Chiefs’ Andy Reid says injured Josh Simmons ‘working his tail off’ at team facility (Gift Article)
Reid also explained why first-round pick Mansoor Delane suited up but didn't play against the Indianapolis Colts.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
When the Chiefs needed a big play in OT vs. the Colts, they went back to an old favorite. They ran 'Wasp.' And sure enough, it worked again (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/761...
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Chiefs playing Andy Reid’s greatest hits on way to 2-0 start. Yes, that includes ‘Wasp’ (Gift Article)
Here's how Tyquan Thornton put his own spin on Tyreek Hill's legendary "Wasp" route — and helped the Chiefs to a 2-0 start.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Chiefs' next stadium won't be named "Arrowhead." Here's what they'll be considering when they name their new home in Kansas (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/760...
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Chiefs’ new stadium won’t be named Arrowhead. Here’s what they are considering (Gift Article)
The Chiefs will look for an established company with connections to both the Chiefs organization and the region to sponsor the new stadium.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Why #Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes always posts clock emojis ⏰ on social media
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Talked to Chiefs rookies Peter Woods and R Mason Thomas in the locker room about their viral efforts against the Broncos. Here's how paying attention to coaches, studying a legend and also a bit of want-to led to two standout plays (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/760...
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How 2 Chiefs rookies made viral plays in their NFL debuts: ‘I lost my mind after that’ (Gift Article)
Chiefs defenders R Mason Thomas and Peter Woods made standout plays in their NFL debut. Here's what they said about them in the locker room.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Talked to Chiefs DE Ashton Gillotte after the game. He returned for Week 1 after rupturing plantar fascia in his foot late in camp. "It's a day-by-day thing, week by week. Some days it feels amazing; some days it feels bad. It's something you've got to deal with, and it will go away eventually."
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Kingsley Suamataia's voice was soft even if his words spoke volumes. The Chiefs won a different way with Patrick Mahomes on Monday night. Is there a chance that this sticks? (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/759...
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The Chiefs won a different way with Patrick Mahomes. Is there a chance this sticks? (Gift Article)
Can "bullyball" and "smashmouth ball" win in Kansas City? After Monday night's Kenneth Walker III performance, anything seems possible.
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Mike Sansone @mikesansone.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
What a Chiefs debut for Kenneth Walker III on Monday night! Kansas City carved up the Broncos' vaunted defense. @jessenewell.bsky.social and @nickkosmider.bsky.social were there. Free to read: www.nytimes.com/athletic/759...
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Kenneth Walker III, Chiefs steamroll Broncos in Patrick Mahomes’ return (Gift Article)
Kansas City's new feature back resumed his Super Bowl MVP form, taking the burden off of Mahomes in his return from knee surgery.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
More on Kahlil Benson's backstory with the Chiefs — as he's set to become the first Week 1 UDFA starter for Andy Reid in his 14-year tenure with the Chiefs (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/758...
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The Chiefs have never started an undrafted rookie in Week 1 under Andy Reid … until now (Gift Article)
Undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson is expected to start against Denver at left tackle — a position he didn't play in college.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
How did Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes recover so quickly from his knee injury? You'll need to know about a quick decision, workout buddies, a stress-filled test ... and what those in the Chiefs facility saw over and over. Unlocked and free to read: www.nytimes.com/athletic/758...
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How Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes recovered so quickly from knee injury: ‘It’s incredible’ (Gift Article)
General manager Brett Veach wants you to know what Mahomes accomplished this offseason is not normal. Here’s why.
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Mike Sansone @mikesansone.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
PSA from @jessenewell.bsky.social: I asked Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III yesterday what he prefers to be called. He said "Ken" or "Kenneth" is fine. Prefers not to be called "Kenny."
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The More You Know Star Rainbow Streak
ALT: The More You Know Star Rainbow Streak
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Andy Reid has never started an undrafted rookie with the Chiefs in Week 1. Meet the exception (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/758...
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The Chiefs have never started an undrafted rookie in Week 1 under Andy Reid … until now (Gift Article)
Undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson is expected to start against Denver at left tackle — a position he didn't play in college.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Quick story: Chiefs' undrafted rookie (and tryout player) likely to protect Patrick Mahomes' blind side vs. Broncos (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/757...
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Chiefs undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson likely to protect Patrick Mahomes’ blind side in opener (Gift Article)
Benson had no snaps at left tackle on offense in his four-year college career but likely will make his NFL debut there on Monday night.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
More on Chiefs rookie WR Cyrus Allen: • His backstory with the Chiefs (and why they liked him) • How he impressed in camp • His biggest obstacle ahead Free link here: www.nytimes.com/athletic/755...
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Quick analysis on Jack Pyburn to Chiefs (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/755...
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Chiefs claim Jack Pyburn, who eyed return to LSU, off waivers from Bucs (Gift Article)
Pyburn was one of 29 players claimed a day after rosters were cut down, including seven who were claimed by the Miami Dolphins.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Five things that stood out from Chiefs' initial 53-man roster (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/755...
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Today was Chiefs day on TAFS! On with @robertmays.bsky.social at the 30-minute mark here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
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We're going camping! Broncos, Chiefs, Packers and Bears
Podcast Episode · The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · August 29 · 1h 46m
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Chiefs' final 53-man roster projection (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/754...
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Chiefs 53-man roster projection: Who earned a spot in preseason finale? (Gift Article)
Here are a few of the Chiefs' bubble players who helped their cause during Friday's preseason finale against the Seattle Seahawks.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
One feature of our @theathletic.com app is real-time commenting on the Chiefs score tracker. Talked some about WR Andrew Armstrong here: www.nytimes.com/athletic/nfl...
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Kansas City Chiefs vs Seattle Seahawks Game Discussion - August 28, 2026 - The Athletic
Kansas City Chiefs vs Seattle Seahawks, NFL, August 28, 2026. Join the discussion with subscribers of The Athletic.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Here at Arrowhead for the Chiefs' preseason finale. Reminder: You can find our analysis in @TheAthleticNFL live blog here (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/liv...
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Quick analysis of Chiefs' trade with Giants and why it made sense for KC (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/753...
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Giants trade G Joshua Ezeudu to Chiefs: Source (Gift Article)
Joshua Ezeudu has started 10 games and played in 33 since being selected by the Giants in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Chiefs rookie Peter Woods has been quiet in preseason games so far. There’s a logical reason (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/753...
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Chiefs first-rounder Peter Woods having quiet preseason. There’s a logical reason (Gift Article)
Rookies Peter Woods and Mansoor Delane shared a similar reason for wanting to participate in practices while not 100 percent.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Some Chiefs risers and fallers following Saturday's game here in Tampa (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/753...
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Chiefs stock report: Rookies flash potential — again — in preseason loss to Bucs (Gift Article)
One rookie — a top story in training camp — hurt his chances for a starting gig after struggling against the Buccaneers on Saturday.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Here are 6 things we learned at Chiefs training camp (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/752...
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Six things we learned at Chiefs training camp from Mahomes’ progress to impact rookies (Gift Article)
The Chiefs group that has stood out most and the position (not receiver) with the biggest depth concern as we wrap up camp.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
My biggest takeaway from Chiefs training camp
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
How does Andy Reid handle doubts about him, Chiefs offense? ‘I’m the biggest evaluator and critic of it’ (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/752...
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Patrick Mahomes said Zach Ertz was a big motivator during his knee rehab. So how did that unlikely bond start? I spoke to Ertz about the texts he sent Mahomes, the toughest days, what he's learned about the Chiefs QB — and his own comeback story for 2026 (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/751...
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
The postgame words only reinforced the biggest story of the Chiefs' preseason opener (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/751...
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Why Chiefs rookies were the biggest story of the preseason opener vs. the Rams (Gift Article)
Cyrus Allen, R Mason Thomas and Emmett Johnson were among the draft picks who stood out Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Be sure to check out our @TheAthleticNFL live NFL blog. Here's a quick post on an early highlight for the Chiefs today: www.nytimes.com/athletic/liv...
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NFL preseason scores, live updates: Latest highlights, analysis and reaction from Saturday's games (Gift Article)
One positive sign for the Chiefs in the defensive red zone: Second-round pick pass rusher Mason Thomas flew around the edge for a QB pressure to help force a third-down incompletion from the Rams. The...
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
A deeper dive on new Chiefs RB Ken Walker III, the reasons he's impressed so far and why he has Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes dreaming big (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/750...
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
More on Chiefs' Travis Kelce, the best night of his life and how he feels physically ahead of his 14th season (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/749...
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Chiefs’ Rashee Rice speaks on ‘reality check’ summer that included jail time (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/750...
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Chiefs’ Rashee Rice speaks on ‘reality check’ summer that included jail time (Gift Article)
"It was tough," Rice said of the 30 days he spent in jail while rehabbing from knee surgery. "Mentally tough."
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
More on Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy returning to practice today (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/750...
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Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy returns to training camp (Gift Article)
Bieniemy first left the team on July 27, the day after his wife, Mia, was shot in the family's Ashburn, Va., home.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes spoke for the first time since training camp began. Here's his update on how his left knee feels (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/750...
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Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes says he sometimes forgets he’s playing on surgically repaired knee (Gift Article)
Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Mahomes remains unlikely to play in the preseason.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Some early risers and fallers from the first week of Chiefs camp (please read the blurbs as to why!). Free link here: www.nytimes.com/athletic/749...
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Chiefs training camp risers and fallers: Kahlil Benson’s surprise push, Mansoor Delane’s setback and more (Gift Article)
A few Chiefs rookies have moved up — and down — the depth chart since full-squad training camp began last week.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
More on the Chiefs' standout from the first day in pads — and why it matters
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
More on how rookie Peter Woods flashed at the Chiefs' first padded practice (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/748...
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
How Chiefs' Cyrus Allen hurt himself on special teams — and an explanation of why KC plays it rookies there to start training camp (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/748...
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How Chiefs WR Cyrus Allen got hurt on special teams — and why K.C. plays rookies there (Gift Article)
Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub said playing all the team's rookies on special teams is a standard practice. Here's why.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Chiefs camp standout continues to shine, plus other updates from Friday (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/748...
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Is new Chiefs WR following a Tyquan Thornton-like path to the 53? More on that and Chiefs camp highlights from Thursday (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/748...
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New Chiefs wideout is following Tyquan Thornton-like path. Will he make the roster? (Gift Article)
Could a 2025 undrafted free agent be the Chiefs' best option for WR6? Coaches are giving him a long look in training camp.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Update on recent court filings regarding Eric Bieniemy's son from Adam Kilgore here (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/748...
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Eric Bieniemy’s son to undergo competency evaluation, judge decides (Gift Article)
Elijah Bieniemy, who is charged with shooting his mother, “does not appear able to assist in his own defense," his attorney said.
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Two quick things we learned about Patrick Mahomes and his knee from early Chiefs practices
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Story on what Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes said today about Mahomes getting fully cleared for practices starting this week (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/746...
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Jesse Newell @jessenewell.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Were Chiefs cursed in 2025? How their luck could change in '26 — and where it might not (free link): www.nytimes.com/athletic/744...
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Were the Chiefs cursed in 2025? How their luck could change — and where it might not (Gift Article)
The Chiefs' special teams can expect to be about a point per game better in 2026 by doing nothing differently. Here's why.
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